BI2S128 - Career Progression 01 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | BI2S128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Career Progression | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Biological and Forensic Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Biological Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Rachel Perry | ||
| Module Team: | Rhiannon Stundon, Katie Davies, Theona Aristidou, Rhian Jones, Paul Jones | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2025 | Final Year of Intake: | 2026 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100270 - medical sciences | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To enable the Student Veterinary Nurse to explore career progression alternatives, rather than becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
Content Summary
This module will enable the student to prepare personal statements and resumes and develop effective job applications and interview techniques.
The content of this module will be applied across all domains of veterinary nursing practice and includes: Demonstrating awareness of animal welfare and maintaining a safe and sustainable environment.
Upholding the principles set out by the RCVS Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary Nurses.
Preparation towards the practical examinations in the following domains: medication administration, bandaging, handling, infection control, pharmacy.
The RCVS Day One Competences and Day One Skills for Veterinary Nurses are the minimum essential requirements that all student veterinary nurses are expected to have met in order to join the RCVS Register of Veterinary Nurses. Further information can be found at www.rcvs.org.uk
The content of this module will cover the following RCVS Day One Competences: 1, 4-5, 7-9, 12-14, 17, 24-26, 35.
The content of this module will cover the following RCVS Day One Skills for Veterinary Nurses: 1.1-1.2, 2.1-2.3, 2.7, 2.9-2.11, 3.1-3.5, 4.5- 4.12, 7.1-7.3, 8.3-8.4.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 8 |
| Seminar | 20 |
| Tutorial | 0 |
| Demonstration | 20 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 40 |
| Independent learning | 112 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Develop a career progression plan in preparation for moving into animal health professions |
| LO2 | Demonstrate safe and professional practice for the Clinical Placement |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | Medication Administration, Bandaging, Handling, Infection Control, Pharmacy. Practical Assessment | 60 | N/A | 20 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Professional Development Planning (PDP) 1 | Planning document focusing on individual needs as they relate to a person's present situation and future expectations in terms of career prospects (2000-word written document and 10-minute presentation) | 10 | 2000 | 80 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | ✘ | ✔ | |
| Professional Development Planning (PDP) 1 | ✔ | ✘ | |